Jeanine Kemp Abstracts

Mt Life Unexpected

2010-11-14T21:54:00.000-08:00

Life is full of unexpected changes, and recently I have experienced quite a few. Some good, some actually very... unpleasant. Some seemed bad and then turned into something actually amazing.
I had some very negative things in my life and it left me feeling a little lost but then I used those feelings to start a series of paintings. The result was nearly life changing. For the first time, I did something that I have always aspired to do as an artist. I painted paintings that inpired and touched people emotionally.

First, let me tell you about the paintings. The idea started when I asked to paint something for breast cancer awareness and for another show to promote the empowerment of women. It made me think that the women and the stories behind breast cancer awareness ARE empowering. I wanted to paint the emotional journery of breast cancer. And so I started my journey...

But my real journey didn't begin until I started sharing the finished paintings with others. I was amazed with home many people opened up to me after seeing my paintings. I had women tell me of how they were survirors and what they endured. Men tell me of the struggles of the women in their lives. People share stories with me of those they have lost. But it didn't stop with those who knew the realness of breast cancer; people opened up to me about other emotional experieces as well. A woman with terminal brain cancer. A woman who had been abused for years. A man who lost his sister. A woman who nearly lost her sister. The stories keep coming.

I have cried with strangers. I have mourned with friends over pasts I never knew. All of these people opened up to me because of my paintings, and in doing so they changed my life. I am thankful to you all.

So far I have posted one pinting called LETTING GO on

2nd Saturday Art Show

2010-09-10T16:41:00.000-07:00

Yeah! Its that time of the month again! Time to go visit all of your favorite local artist. I will be showing at my usual spot at 18th and L street downtown in Sacramento. I will also be visiting another amazing abstract artist Gregory Morse. I am so excited.

It is also time for another word of the Month. This time the word is AMAZING. Say it, shout it, pass it on, and you will get the discount of buy two prints and get a third FREE. I will even be taking orders if you don't see a print you want.

Networking

2010-08-31T21:05:00.001-07:00

Tonight I was able to meet the other venders and Artists that will be showing at The Market Place in Rancho Cordova, CA. It was great to be able to interact with so many diverse people. I met a wonderful couple of Artists tha sold drawings, paintings, photography and jewelry; they go by Kewish Designs. There were also several watercolor and acrylic painters. One artist does some very unusual statement art.

I want to thank everyone there for making me feel so welcome, especially the fantastic staff. The grand opening is TOMORROW! Exciting! There will be Grand Opening sales through the Labor Day weekend.

11395 Folsom Blvd.
Rancho Cordova, CA
95742

Abstract Drawings on Fine Art America

2010-08-22T20:11:00.000-07:00

I have been posting my abstract art work on FINE ART AMERICA for about a year now, and I am very pleased with them. I am especially thankful for the wonderful artist community they have. It is nice to get advice and encouragement from other artist, and they really are all very supportive.

I am amazed at the diversity of artwork that they have on there. Even just searching the abstract drawings page, there are so many different styles that I am constantly amazed. So many talented artist!

Second Saturday was Fun!

2010-08-17T15:10:00.001-07:00

Thanks for all of you who came out and visited the local artist last Saturday. I was really overwhelmed by the positive feedback I recieved.

I had a few people who knew that the word posted on my blog was"fabulous", and they used it to get some discounts on prints. Sarah Warner was the first to declair, and very Loudly it was, that my art was FABULOUS. She won an original Art Trading Card signed by me. She was thrilled.

I would like to say thanks for those who came out and participated in my current work in progress: Lori, Nancy, Jeremiah, and Jennifer. It should look fabulous (wink) when its done.

Yours,
Jeanine

Drawing on Trading Cards

2010-08-09T13:48:00.000-07:00

I have been drawing on some art trading cards today (ATCs). Apparently, artist can either sale some as special editions (Art Card Editions or Originals, ACEOs) or can trade them.

I decided to take a different approach. I put a nine together and drew the outines of a bunch of circles some overlapping then seperated them and filled them with colors, reds, oranges, blues, greens. They are very bright. I really like the way they turned out and they kind of fit together like an abstract puzzle.

I may exchange or sell some at my next show depending on whether or not I can find sleeves for them. I think this size would also work better for public participation and I could give it to the co-creator if I could finish sooner.... Hhhhmmmm.

Mural Concept Drawing

2010-08-08T21:35:00.000-07:00

Well, here it is; my concept entry for the Valley Vision Mural contest.

Basic Elements of the Designs
I decided to use simple lines, bold and basic colors, and abstract representations of elements of Sacramento.

Golden City
I chose golden tones to represent the cityscape, not only because Sacramento is the Capital of the Golden State, but also to celebrate Sacramento’s rise as a progressive and multicultural city. Depicting the cityscape in golden hues also ties in nicely with the golden bridge, a well known landmark of downtown Sacramento. I felt that the Capital building itself should be gold as well for many of the same reasons as the rest of the cityscape and to also provide continuity. The drawing of the capital building was intentionally placed between the supports of the billboard to frame it and draw attention to it.

Multicultural Community
Sacramento has a diverse population the prides itself on its many cultural heritages, because of this I chose to create five figures in three different and brilliant color schemes. The figures are drawn as individuals but in a way that seems to have them reaching for each other, to symbolize a community that comes together to create unity. The central figure is a little larger than the others and is holding a flame; this figures stands for the torch bearers and leaders of our community. The Torch itself represents the liberty we have in this country, as well the wisdom passed down from older generations.

Music
Another element of this piece is to have abstractions of musical instruments (a horn, a saxophone, and a guitar) to represent the importance of music and the arts in our community. This section also symbolizes one the more prominent annual events in Sacramento, the Jazz Festival

The River
The Sacramento River is one of the most dominate features of Sacramento, in the Past, Present, and Future, and therefore is one of the most dominate features of the mural concept. As the river flows through the entire mural, tying in the individual elements, it unites the entire peace.

If you would like to see the other entries go to http://www.facebook.com/valleyvision

A Word for August

2010-08-05T15:25:00.000-07:00

So, here is the deal, if you know the word of the Month you can get some special discounts this month only. Next month there will be different discounts and a different word.

For August:

$5 off prints
$10 off reproductions
%10 off of originals (that is up to $50 dollars off; a great deal)

All you have to do is find me by contacting me or coming to one of my shows and let me know my art is "Fabulous!"

See you soon!

At The MiX

2010-07-24T18:24:00.000-07:00

I met some great people during the Gallery Happy Hour at the MiX last night. I am excited about showing my own art there next month.

The club is located in downtown sacramento on L near 16th street. The MiX has a great vibe and excellent food. I recommend the Tuna Poke and a somewhat tropical drink. YYYYUUUUMMM!

Thanks again to Steve for sharing your unusual art with us!

He has some great abstract pieces and they are all made out of recycled materials and leftovers from construction sites. He also makes gorgeous furniture, easles, and prepared canvas. NICE!

After Saturday

2010-07-16T20:37:00.000-07:00

So 2nd Saturday went fairly well. I had several people ask for commissioned pieces. I am excited to work on what they asked for.

My "surprise" went over reasonably well. I had three members of an audience participate in helping me create some art. Thank you all by the way; Laura added alot. It helped me create a piece that is different than what I usually make, though not unrecongnizable as my art. I was pleased with it and many people were very intereted in that piece.

I had many pleasant compliments and interesting conversations as well. I hope to see you at my next show.

Jeanine

Let's get moving!

2010-07-10T13:14:00.001-07:00

So I have almost everything together and I am looking forward to sharing my art work again at 2nd Saturday. I will be behind the L Wine Lounge (18th and L st.)

Thank you all of you who are being supportive and coming to see me today. I plan on having a surprise and I hope you will all enjoy it.

See you in a few hours Sacramento Art Lovers!

Painting

2010-06-30T11:47:00.000-07:00

I am painting today.

I am using acrylics. It has been YEARS since I have painted. I think I will start with something simple and abstract, but I have a few ideas for a mixed media piece using sheet music as well. I need to practice so I am ready for the 20/20 show this year.

Lets see how this goes...

2nd Saturday Art Show

2010-06-17T17:18:00.001-07:00

I am showing at 2nd Saturdays again. Same place at L and 18th downtown Sacramento behind the L Wine Lounge.

I will have some new art there and will have some prints at a special price.

Hope to see you there!

July 10th 2010 @ 6pm
Downtown Sacramento

Things are moving...

2009-12-09T08:54:00.000-08:00

A new series representing family and motherhood should be on my site soon. They turned out well and many of the families/parents I know have had some wonderfull comments about them. At a private show I did they even made a little comment book for me.

I am currently working on more series (my sketchbook is full of ideas) including more abstract dragons, music and some fairies.

Some of my newest exciting news is that I have been asked to come up with an outline to give a motivational presentation to head start parents. My theme would be using abstract art to show how adults can get over being perfectionist and allow children more freedom of expression in the classroom and at home. It would be fabulous to share art in a way that teaches others and assist them in growing as a person.

Too Long!

2009-11-25T03:13:00.000-08:00

Wow! I didn't even realize it had been so long since I last posted.

I actually finished a series of figures based on families. I wanted to show a variety of families. I should have images of them up soon.

The art business has been kind of slow. But I am working on getting my art shown at some local coffee shops and a possibly at a high school. Things are in the works!

Wish me luck.

2nd Saturday Art Walk

2009-09-13T10:43:00.000-07:00

It was great turnout last night in downtown Sacramento. I met so many people, old and new, and received many great comments on my art. I sold 3 pieces this time and was asked to arrange several later sales and commissioned work. Thank you to all who came! A great Night!

A special thanks to Curtis, Dusty, Amy, Danny and Wendy for all your support!

HUGO CREATE

2009-08-31T20:47:00.001-07:00

I entered 5 proposals in a Hugo Boss Create Contest. The theme was simplicity. Click on each to view the different images. Let me know what you think and wish me luck!

HUGO CREATE

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HUGO CREATE

2009-08-31T20:43:00.001-07:00

HUGO CREATE

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HUGO CREATE

2009-08-31T20:42:00.001-07:00

HUGO CREATE

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HUGO CREATE

2009-08-31T20:37:00.001-07:00

HUGO CREATE

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HUGO CREATE

2009-08-31T20:33:00.001-07:00

HUGO CREATE

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Embrace

2009-08-27T14:23:00.000-07:00

I have entered embrace in an online art contest. YOU can vote for it on fine art america under contests.

Showing Art w/ Head Start

2009-08-25T15:11:00.000-07:00

I am working with SETA Head Start to show case my newest art series "Mother and Child" at their delegate agency welcome on October 15, 2009.

I am a past parent of the SETA Head Start program and still participate in their Policy Councils and Parent Committees. I am happy to say that everyone there has been very supportive of my art endevors as well as encouraging.

WEB SITE!

2009-08-21T08:26:00.000-07:00

You can now get to my new website using my link "Jeanine Kemp Abstracts"! I hope you stop by to check out my art.

2nd Sat. Art Walk

2009-08-20T16:36:00.000-07:00

So, it has been confirmed; I am going to be partisipating in the 2nd Sat. Art Walk in Downtown Sacramento at 1800 L Street, in the courtyard behind the L Wine Lounge. My first one will be Sept. 12, 2009,from 6pm to 9pm. I hope to see you there!

20/20 Art Show

2009-08-17T13:07:00.000-07:00

I am entering to be one of the artist in the 20/20 art show ( http://www.20art.net/).

I already have a great idea for a theme with abstract blues. Wish me luck!

Success at the Modesto Art & Wine Festival

2009-08-15T21:58:00.001-07:00

I had a great day today and met with many local artists at the Modesto Art & Wine Festival. Although it was a really long day, I am excited that I was able to sell five pieces of my artwork and share my creations with many more. I'm exhausted, invigorated, and inspired.

On My Way!

2009-08-15T07:16:00.000-07:00

I am leaving for Modesto, CA. On My way to the Modesto Art and Wine Festival; it has been crazy getting ready for this on short notice, but exciting. Wish me luck!

ART! ART! ART!

2009-08-10T19:37:00.000-07:00

I have been trying to finish a piece every day or two. So far I have completed 10 new pieces. Mostly "Fire Dancers" and "Fire Faeries" (I have been in a red mood), but I also finished a few very abstract pieces.

My 1st Art Show

2009-08-03T11:27:00.000-07:00

I am going to be showing and selling my art in the Modesto Art and Wine Festival on August 15, 2009 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm. I am very excited about this opportunity to get my art out there.

www.modestoartandwine.com

Fire Faerie

2009-07-31T18:33:00.000-07:00

I completed my first "fire Faerie," it turned out really great. I am excited and can't wait until I can share it with all of you.

Fire Dance

2009-07-29T10:08:00.000-07:00

I entered "Fire Dance" in a contest on Fine Art America. If you get a chance vist my page and recomend my work!

Beat Over the Head by a Muse

2009-07-28T16:56:00.001-07:00

Today I had so many ideas for drawings I could not keep up. I could see these gorgeous images in my mind just waiting to be put on paper. I completed six sketches in rocord time. Hopefully they will come to fruitation as I envisioned them.

Fire Dancer

2009-07-28T14:23:00.000-07:00

I completed another fire dancer piece today. Hopefully I will have it online soon.

More Sites

2009-07-26T15:28:00.000-07:00

I now have a Myspace and a facebook. If you would like to visit my pages click on my facebook badge or go to: http://www.myspace.com/jeaninekempabstracts

Working hard

2009-07-25T12:47:00.000-07:00

I sent in my application for the Modesto Art and Wine festival and I'm eagerly waiting to hear back. I am also researching other galleries that I may show at and introducing them to my art...

Proud!

2009-07-21T20:29:00.000-07:00

Today another artist added my piece titled "Peacock" to her favorites list on http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/jeanine-kemp.html

Modesto Art and Wine Festival

2009-07-20T19:48:00.000-07:00

I am working on getting into the Modesto Art and Wine Festival on August 15, 2009. If my work is accepted it will be a really great way to meet new people and show them my abstract art for the first time. Wish me luck!

Portrait

2009-07-19T17:36:00.000-07:00

Today I took some portraits for my new website. I think the photographer did a really great job ( drozianphotoworks.com ). Below is the photo we decided to use on my bio page.

First piece for SALE!

2009-07-19T17:26:00.000-07:00

http://fineartamerica.com/profiles/jeanine-kemp.html

1st Gallery

2009-07-19T11:15:00.001-07:00

I had an interview and viewing of my work today at The Upper Crust, a gallery and bakery in Chico, CA. They like my work! I am scheduled to show my work their February 2011. It is a popular place, so I am very excited to be on their list of upcomming artists.

Beginning

2009-07-17T14:43:00.000-07:00

I have been working with a consultant to start an online gallery of my abstract art work. It looks great so far, hopefully it will be up soon.